My students will walk away from this class with a deeper understanding of the Growth Mindset and the science that supports such a mindset. They will have the tools needed to practice mindfulness, gratitude, stress management, and self-acceptance. Students will also know how to reframe their thoughts and self-soothe in a creative way. 

I have a specialty in science that includes classes completed in Anatomy and Physiology 1-2, Psychology, Human Growth and Development, and Teaching the Exceptional Student. I have also had experience applying the growth mindset and experiencing its life-changing effects. I have guided many discussions about sensitive matters amongst students and know how to keep the environment calm, loving, supportive, respectful, and open. 

We will refer to the sources below throughout the class: 

- An article written by Dr. Melina Uncapher, a neuroscientist/research scientist who practices at Stanford University. The article is about busting the myth of the right brain/left brain preference. 

-2018 Feb; 8(2): 20.
  Published online 2018 Jan 26.
  "The Neuroscience of Growth Mindset and Intrinsic Motivation." Written by Betsy Ng.
  (Featured in the Library of Medicine journal)

- "How Gratitude Changes You and Your Brain." Written by Joshua Brown and Joel Wong.
   Article featured in Burkley University Magazine

- "The State of Mindfulness Science." Written by Jeremy Adam Smith, Kira M. Newman, Jill Suttie, and Hooria Jazaieri.
   Article featured in Burkley University Magazine

- "Evidence-based Mindfulness: What Science Tells Us About Mindfulness Meditation and Its Benefits." Written by Sara Davin, PsyD, MPH. 
   Article featured in Cleveland Clinic Medical Journal. 

- "3 Reasons Adult Coloring Can Actually Relax Your Brain: Not Just for Children Anymore." 
    Article featured in Cleveland Clinical Medical Journal.